Under the cover of darkness, our small pod of explorers expanded into the waters of Griffin Bay in search of glow-in-the-dark marine life. Home to noctiluca scintillans, or “sea sparkles,” the waters ...

The San Juan Islands are the crown jewels of the Salish Sea, a pristine Pacific Northwest archipelago beloved for its natural beauty. The views are spectacular, and there’s hardly anywhere better to ...

stories over a driftwood campfire and fall asleep to the sound of the gentle surf. Need to Know: Discovery Sea Kayaks’ (www.discoveryseakayak.com) five-day trips cost $875 per person. The outfitter ...

As I pick my way between the crazily-shaped logs, to the water of South Beach on San Juan Island, it’s a driftwood lover’s dream come true. Some pieces are propped up to make primitive shelters. I’m ...